Quartzite Crushed Road Aggregate

High-silica quartzite crushed to 1-2 inch size for road shoulder and base course construction. Exceptional hardness makes it ideal for heavy traffic roads under HTS 2517.10.00. Heat-treated versions improve frost resistance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

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2506.10.00Same rate: 35%

If uncrushed quartzite blocks

Raw quartzite stays in Chapter 25 quartz heading until crushed for aggregate use.

2517.41.00Same rate: 35%

If river-washed decorative pebbles

Rounded decorative quartzite not suitable for construction classifies separately.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Micro-Deval test results document abrasion resistance for road classification

Distinguish from quartzite dimension stone via crushing documentation

Consistent quartz content (>90%) prevents reclassification

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